The first machiya townhouse renovated accommodation in Otsu, designated as a registered tangible cultural property in November, 2017. Please enjoy a comfortable stay in our chic space where traditional Japanese charm and retro modern design blend in harmony.

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B.B. Dylan is an inn located in the Omi-Maiko region of Lake Biwa. Our location’s beach waters with wide shallow waters and quiet waves are especially clear even for Lake Biwa, making it a perfect spot for swimming in the lake. Omi-Maiko’s beautiful scenery can also be viewed from each guest room or from our open terrace. A day BBQ may also be enjoyed at B.B. Dylan.

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Located right next to Lake Biwa! In the summer, swimming in the Manohama swimming area right in front of our facility, and enjoying the terrace barbeque where you can come empty-handed are popular activities. Lighting fireworks on the beach is also allowed until 10:00 pm, allowing you to enjoy your summer experience to the fullest. Our location is great in the Spring and Fall as a base for the Biwaichi cycling route around Lake Biwa as well. In the winter, our establishment is located 15 minutes away from the Biwako Valley Ski and Snowboard Resort, and the famous Biwako Terrace, where you can enjoy captivating scenery all year-round. All of […]

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Enjoy an inn on the shores of Lake Biwa and Manohama Beach. You are also welcome to share your room with your pet here. Omi beef shabu-shabu is a popular hotel dish, and BBQ is also available in the summer.

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Feel relieved and at ease at this harmonious lakeside inn. Enjoy Japanese hospitality and nostalgic, natural wooden interiors lit with the warm light of lanterns at night. Guests and their canine companions can also comfortably enjoy their stay together.

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Biwako Hanakaido is located in the hills of Ogoto Onsen on the west bank of Lake Biwa. At Biwako Hanakaido, you can witness the incredible view of the lake shimmering with the rising morning sun from your room. Upon arriving, you will be instantly greeted by the warmth and hospitality of our staff along with seasonal floral decor. You’ll feel soothed and at peace as you admire the changing of the seasons in the courtyard and entrance. Our farm-to-plate cuisine is cooked by a master chef with fresh local ingredients from Omi and is served in a banquet style. With so much abundant splendor in Shiga including Lake Biwa, we […]

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This small 10-room inn is located next to Lake Biwa. Despite our size, we have much to offer including the owner/chef’s house specialties. Our small size means we are committed to serving you with warm hospitality and meals made with fresh ingredients.

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This traditional Japanese inn is located beside Lake Biwa in the Ogoto Onsen area of Otsu in Shiga Prefecture. The atrium lobby and guest rooms with open-air baths are designed to heal the fatigue of travel. There is nothing more important to the inn’s staff than guests having a relaxing stay.

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Enjoy the panoramic view of Lake Biwa from the Gesshin open-air onsen as well as soaking in all four indoor hot springs.

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Guests of Kotoyu can enter the Ogoto Agaryanse Spa Resort for free. Relax and enjoy the variety of hot springs at Kotoyu including natural hot springs and stone saunas. Rooms that offer views of either Lake Biwa or Mount Hiei are available. Enjoy picturesque views and natural hot springs along with Kotoyu’s delicious cuisine from the comfort of your room.

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Mt. Hiei’s Enryaku-ji Temple is a World Heritage Site. This pilgrim’s inn is located close to the temple’s Main Hall, and the Konponchu-do Hall, with a view of Lake Biwa off in the distance. Guests may also try Zen meditation or sutra copying. (Reservations are required.) We look forward to welcoming you.

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Reserve the best accommodation for Zazen Buddhist incorporated spiritual practice during your training or school trip.

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